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Dyson Gen5detect vs Dyson V15 Detect: Worth the Upgrade?

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The Dyson Gen5detect does not justify the cost of upgrading from the Dyson V15 Detect. The improvements are marginal, and the Dyson V15 Detect remains a strong performer.

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Upgrade Score

NewCurrent Generation
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Dyson Gen5detect

~$799.994.5/5.0
PremiumS-Tier
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PrevPrevious Generation
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Dyson V15 Detect

~$589.994.5/5.0
MidrangeB-Tier
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$210

Price Difference

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Rating Change

4

New Features

5

Features Removed

How the Scores Compare

Dyson V15 DetectDyson Gen5detect
PetHair+90
0
90
Maneuverability-84
84
0
Value-18
76
58
Runtime+8
82
90
Suction+6
90
96
Filtration+6
92
98

Higher is better. Category-specific 0-100 scale. Lighter bar = Dyson V15 Detect, highlighted bar = Dyson Gen5detect.

What Changed

Added in the New Generation

  • +Gen5 Hyperdymium motor
  • +HEPA filtration to microscopic particles
  • +Built-in dusting and crevice tool
  • +LCD particle and run-time display

Removed from Previous Generation

  • Laser dust illumination
  • Piezoelectric particle sensor
  • LCD screen with particle count
  • Dyson Hyperdymium motor
  • Whole-machine HEPA filtration

Specs at a Glance

SpecDyson Gen5detectDyson V15 Detect
Suction PowerCheck listing
Battery LifeUp to 70 minutes
Charging TimeCheck listing
Dust Bin CapacityCheck listing
WeightCheck listing6.8 lbs
FiltrationWhole-machine HEPA filtrationWhole-machine HEPA
AttachmentsCheck listing
Floor Type CompatibilityCheck listing
Wall MountCheck listing
TypeCheck listing

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